Postdoctoral Fellow Jobs

Explore Postdoctoral Fellow opportunities on Ladders, the career site for vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Postdoctoral fellows build on doctoral training through advanced research, specialized projects, and collaboration with faculty, research teams, and industry partners. Browse openings to find roles aligned with your discipline, experience, and career goals.

What Does a Postdoctoral Fellow Do?

Postdoctoral fellows conduct research after earning a doctoral degree, often working under the guidance of a principal investigator or senior faculty member. Responsibilities may include designing studies, analyzing data, publishing findings, preparing grant proposals, mentoring students, and presenting research at conferences. Duties vary by institution, field, and project.

Qualifications for Postdoctoral Fellow Roles

Most positions require a Ph.D. or another relevant doctoral degree, along with research experience in a specialized area. Employers may seek expertise in particular methods, laboratory or computational tools, publications, strong communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively. Review each job description for specific requirements.

Postdoctoral Fellow Career Opportunities

Postdoctoral positions are available across universities, hospitals, research institutes, government organizations, and private-sector research teams. Fields can include life sciences, medicine, engineering, physical sciences, social sciences, and data science. Depending on the role, a fellowship may provide a pathway to academic, scientific, clinical, or industry careers.

Find Postdoctoral Fellow Jobs on Ladders

Search Ladders for vetted professional openings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare job requirements, research areas, and compensation details to identify opportunities that fit your background. Job availability and salary ranges vary by employer, location, and discipline.

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$78K - $98K *

Manage financial oversight and project tracking for litigation matters. Drive innovation and enhance processes while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with budgets and time...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$78K - $98K *

Elevate your career by managing litigation budgets and performance in a dynamic Finance Department. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive innovation and enhance project management initiatives in a r...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$78K - $98K *

Shape the future of legal project management by overseeing budgets, performance, and innovation in a dynamic finance environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive efficiency and enhanc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$78K - $98K *

Elevate your career by managing litigation budgets and performance analysis. Drive innovation in financial oversight and project management while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance l...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$78K - $98K *

Manage litigation budgets and performance metrics while driving innovation in financial oversight. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance project tracking and implement effective solutions...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$78K - $98K *

Champion innovative legal project management by overseeing budgets, performance, and cross-functional coordination. Drive continuous improvement and leverage AI tools to enhance efficiency in a dynami...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$78K - $98K *

Transform the future of legal project management by overseeing budgets, analyzing costs, and driving innovation in a remote-first environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effecti...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$78K - $98K *

Shape the future of legal project management by overseeing budgets, analyzing performance, and driving innovation in a remote-first finance team. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance efficiency a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$78K - $98K *

Advance your career by managing litigation budgets and performance, driving innovation through AI tools, and collaborating across teams to enhance financial oversight and project tracking in a dynamic...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Advance the university's research mission by leading faculty training, proposal development, and strategic outreach initiatives. Collaborate with academic leaders to enhance grant competitiveness and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$140K - $175K *

Optimize data analytics support for lab production operations by leading a dedicated team in a dynamic environment. Drive innovation, ensure compliance, and enhance operational effectiveness while mak...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$165K - $200K *

Transform data analytics support for lab production operations by leading a dedicated team in a dynamic environment. Drive innovation, ensure operational excellence, and enhance collaboration to impac...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $210K *

Lead the charge in advancing research for coaching practices, ensuring scientific integrity, guiding educational strategies, and mentoring future research leaders to enhance the Institute's credibilit...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to empowering researchers through strategic proposal development and funding opportunities. Drive impactful projects, foster collaborations, and enhance faculty success in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$119K - $170K *

Empower innovation in antibody engineering by leading AI/ML-driven design initiatives. Collaborate across teams to enhance therapeutic development, integrating computational and experimental sciences...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $155K *

Champion program management excellence by conducting analysis, budgeting, and risk management to support acquisition programs. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and optimize lifecycle perfor...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $155K *

Optimize post-training workflows by integrating AI research and ML engineering. Collaborate on data generation, build high-quality environments, and enhance model performance through innovative soluti...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of medical devices and digital health. As a Regulatory Affairs Specialist, you'll drive regulatory strategies for innovative technologies, ensuring compliance and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of biologics manufacturing by leading process development and optimization for downstream purification. Drive technology transfer and scale-up initiatives while collaborating across t...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming client research into impactful marketing strategies. As a strategic advisor, you'll enhance enterprise client relationships, drive adoption, and ensure suc...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in financial planning and analysis, partnering with cross-functional teams to drive insights and support strategic growth initiatives. Utilize advanced analytics to prepare executive-l...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$115K - $145K *

Empower your career by leading clean energy initiatives, driving policy innovation, and building strategic partnerships. Collaborate across teams to enhance government capacity and implement impactful...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $185K *

Innovate quantitative strategies by constructing and managing portfolios, optimizing trading execution, and enhancing alpha signal monetization to drive performance and minimize costs in a dynamic fin...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$72K - $90K *

Optimize the employee lifecycle by managing onboarding, offboarding, and employee relations. Collaborate with HR teams to enhance processes and utilize technology for improved efficiency, ensuring a s...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$72K - $90K *

Shape the future of HR by managing the full employee lifecycle, from onboarding to offboarding. Collaborate with teams to enhance processes, support employee relations, and leverage technology for imp...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a postdoctoral fellow?question toggle

    A postdoctoral fellow is a researcher who has completed a doctoral degree and undertakes advanced research or specialized training, typically under the supervision of an experienced investigator or faculty member.

  • What degree do you need to become a postdoctoral fellow?question toggle

    Most postdoctoral fellow positions require a Ph.D. or another relevant doctoral degree. Specific requirements depend on the research field and employer.

  • What does a postdoctoral fellow do?question toggle

    Typical duties include conducting research, analyzing results, publishing papers, collaborating with research teams, presenting findings, and sometimes mentoring students or contributing to grant applications.

  • Where do postdoctoral fellows work?question toggle

    Postdoctoral fellows work at universities, hospitals, research institutes, government agencies, and private-sector organizations, depending on their area of specialization.

  • How can I find Postdoctoral Fellow jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Use Ladders to explore vetted professional job listings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Check each posting for compensation, location, qualifications, and research responsibilities.